Mason City Population 2026
Mason City has a population of 27,366, making it the #1717 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Iowa. It is about 322× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,366
Rank in United States
#1717
Coordinates
43.15°N, 93.20°W
~344 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,434 km
891 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iowa
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 214,133 | #109 |
| Cedar Rapids | 130,405 | #217 |
| Davenport | 102,582 | #313 |
| Sioux City | 82,821 | #436 |
| Iowa City | 74,220 | #508 |
| Waterloo | 68,460 | #562 |
| Ames | 65,060 | #607 |
| West Des Moines | 64,113 | #623 |
Cities near Mason City
- Albert Lea17,674 people · ~57 km away
- Austin24,563 people · ~60 km away
- Cedar Falls41,255 people · ~93 km away
- Waterloo68,460 people · ~101 km away
- Owatonna25,725 people · ~103 km away
- Fort Dodge24,649 people · ~107 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mason City?
Mason City has a population of 27,366 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1717 biggest city in United States.
What state is Mason City in?
Mason City is located in Iowa, United States.
Is Mason City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,434 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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